Many routers like Linksys, Cisco, TP-Link, D-Link, Netgear, and other network brands use this IP address as an access point or gateway. Well, we can also say that this is the default or most common gateway for many routers or modems. The network administrators use this IP address to setup or configure their routers and networks. Through this, the admins get access, and they can manage:

LAN (Local Area Network) settings

WAN (Wide Area Network) settings

WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) settings

DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)

ADSL (Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line)

MAC (Media Access Control) address

WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) Block

Proxy

DNS (Domain Name System)

IP QoS (Quality of Service)

Security Options and

Network Management

Also, if you are using a new device or router, most probably your IP address is 192.168.1.1. But if you’re using an old router or have been using a router for a long time, your IP address could be different. You can reset your device by visiting reset settings. The most commonly used IP addresses other than 192.168.1.1 are:

How to Login to Router’s Admin Page with 192.168.1.1?

Now, before login to your router’s admin page, you should be familiar with your router. First of all, check for the username and password. Either you will find your username and password on the back of your device, or it is provided you while setting up the connection. If you are unable to find, we are sharing some default usernames and passwords commonly used are as follow:

Username: admin
Password: admin

Username: admin
Password: password

Now, follow these simple steps to log in to the admin page

First of all, open a browser and enter 192.168.1.1 into web browser’s address bar or click here 192.168.1.1 login

You will be redirected to a page where you have to enter your username and password. Enter the required detail and click on “login.”

After that, you will be redirected from user login panel to the admin panel

I’m Getting an Error While Login, What to Do?

If you’re getting an error while login to the admin page, it is because “192.168.1.1” is not your login IP address. Different router manufacturers use different IP address. We are providing you a list of IP addresses, find one according to your router’s brand.

Airtel Hotspot:

192.168.1.1

Cisco:

192.168.1.1

192.168.15.1

192.168.0.30

192.168.0.50

10.0.0.1

10.0.0.2

D-Link:

192.168.1.1

192.168.0.1

192.168.0.10

192.168.0.101

192.168.0.30

192.168.0.50

192.168.1.254

192.168.15.1

192.168.254.254

10.0.0.1

Edimax:

192.168.2.1

Gigabyte:

192.168.1.254

Hawking:

192.168.1.200

192.168.1.254

Huawei:

192.168.1.1

192.168.0.1

192.168.3.1

192.168.8.1

192.168.100.1

10.0.0.138

JioFi:

192.168.1.1

jiofi.local.html

Linksys:

192.168.1.1

192.168.0.1

192.168.1.10

192.168.1.210

192.168.1.254

192.168.1.99

192.168.15.1

192.168.16.1

192.168.2.1

Microsoft:

192.168.2.1

Netgear:

192.168.0.1

192.168.0.227

NetComm:

192.168.1.1

192.168.10.50

192.168.20.1

10.0.0.138

Tenda:

192.168.1.1

192.168.0.1

TP-Link:

192.168.1.1

192.168.0.1

192.168.0.254

ZTE:

192.168.1.1

192.168.0.1

192.168.100.100

192.168.1.254

192.168.2.1

192.168.2.254

How to Change My Router’s Username or Password?

If you wish to change your router’s username or password or want to change security features, just enter your IP address into browser’s address bar. After that, you will be redirected to admin login page, enter your username, password and follow these simple steps:

Go to Advanced Settings

Now, click on Router Admin

On the next page, you will find Change Password/Username settings

Enter the old Password/Username and then new Password/Username and save the settings

How to Setup a Router?

So, you just purchased a new router and didn’t know how to set up; we will help you on this. We would also recommend you buying these wifi routers.

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Before we begin, you need to keep these things in mind.

Critical points for DSL providers: Those who are using PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet), a username and a password is required. As we mentioned above, the username and password are given on the back of your router but if you don’t find it kindly contact your Internet service provider.

Key points for cable providers: First of all, unplug the power to your modem. Sometimes, you need to turn it off for more than 5 minutes. You may also need to restart it several times

Essential points for Modem and Router combination: If you are provided with a combo, you need to set it to “Bridge Mode.” If you don’t know how to fix bridge mode, contact your service provider or check the user manual guide provided with the device.

Working with Airtel and Jiofi Wifi Devices

Nowadays, Airtel and Jiofi devices are very popular among Indian consumers. So you must know how to login to your respective device in order to change its default configurations.

Login to Airtel Hotspot:

If you have Airtel hotspot device, you can log in to IP 192.168.1.1 and thus perform changes to your existing configuration. You can also update your device. Use default username and password as “admin” and “password” respectively.

Login to Jiofi Device:

You can either use 192.168.1.1 or visit jiofi.local.html to make changes to your device properties. The username and password will be “administrator”. After that, you can rename your wifi name, modify password etc.

How to Login to D-Link Wifi Router?

Connect your PC/laptop to your router using an Ethernet cable. Insert the cable into any LAN port on your router (don’t forget to unplug the router while setting up the connection)

How to Login to Netgear Wifi Router?

Connect your PC/laptop to your router using an Ethernet cable. Insert the cable into any LAN port on your router

Now, open a web browser, enter the IP address (192.168.0.1/ 192.168.0.227) or type http://routerlogin.net in the address bar and then press enter

Enter the router’s username and password

How to Login to TP-Link Wifi Router?

Connect your PC/laptop to your router using an Ethernet cable. Insert the cable into any LAN port on the back of the router

Now, open a web browser, enter the IP address (192.168.1.1/ 192.168.0.1/ 192.168.0.254) or type http://tplinkwifi.net in the address bar and then press enter

Enter the router’s username and password

What if I Forget My Gateway IP Address?

If you have forgotten your IP address or want to know your default gateway,there are twoalternatives:

Alternative 1

Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP), and they will tell you the IP address, new username, and password.

Note: You can also reset your router. The reset button is provided either on the back or below the router. But remember, after resetting, all your saved settings will vanish.

Alternative 2

If you want to know every single detail about your router or connection, there is an easy way. Just follow these steps:

First of all, press Windows+R keys on your keyboard simultaneously to bring up the “Run” prompt

Now, type CMD and then press Enter key

After that, type ipconfig /all (ipconfig(space)/all, there is a space between ipconfig and /) and hit Enter

Now, scroll up or down to look for the default gateway. It should look something like 192.168.1.1. It could be different though depending on internet service providers or the router’s manufacturers.

What If I Forget My Username and Password?

If you don’t know what is your username and password or you just changed them but don’t remember now. Don’t worry, and we will tell you how you can recover your credentials.

Method 1

If you don’t know what your default username or password is, try to find it on the back side of the router. In the label, you will see router’s serial number and login address. (try this alternative only when you’ve never changed your username and password)

Method 2

If you changed your router’s username or password but don’t remember now, in this case, you have to reset your router/ modem. Every router comes with this factory reset feature. Hold on the reset button for 10 seconds using a toothpick or SIM ejecting pin or any ejector tool. After this, you can quickly login to administrator panel using your default username and password provided on the back of the device.

How to Secure My Router (Wireless Connection)?

Change username and password

Change Service Set Identifier (SSID) name (router’s network name or the name that broadcasts when you turn on wifi on your smartphone or PC)

Activate Encryption: Go to your router’s security options and turn on the WPA2-PSK feature. After that, you have to enter a password or network key for the encryptions

Use a Virtual Private Network (VPN)

So, guys, we have mentioned most of the routers’ IP addresses but if we have missed any one of them or if you have any suggestion feel free to share your ideas in the comment box below.